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Google Will Acquire a 3PL – And Other Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2015

Talking Logistics

As the American computer scientist Alan Kay famously said, “The best way to predict the future is to invent it.” So, here is my invented future for 2015, starting with my most audacious prediction: Google will acquire a logistics service provider (3PL) and/or a logistics software vendor. 3PLs Need to Take Broader Perspective.

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Is the Package Under your Tree?

Supply Chain Shaman

If you are going to be excellent at ecommerce fulfillment, you need to have great perpetual inventory capabilities. Don’t assume that there is a standard definition, and just because a 3PL signed a contract to deliver it, don’t expect that you are working on the same definition. Don’t fool yourself. Redefine it.

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Do No Harm…

Supply Chain Shaman

I have learned that supply chain systems are more complex than I originally thought, and that the relationships between supply chain metrics are nonlinear. They also enable the evaluation of networks for both sales and procurement relationships to optimize the flows upstream and downstream. I believe that it matters.

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13 Key Considerations when Selecting a 3PL & [BONUS INFOGRAPHIC] 3PL vs 4PL

GlobalTranz

When it comes to efficient and cost-effective over the road transportation management , it is absolutely crucial that you be working with a trustworthy 3PL. Understanding the potential value of a 3PL early in the process is crucial to saving money and providing great service. What Is A 3PL?

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10 Steps to Surviving & Thriving in a Capacity Crunch

GlobalTranz

Furthermore, more carrier options is essential to landing better contracts with existing carriers when it comes time to renew or renegotiate your contracts, reports Averitt Express. Pay a realistic wage, and stay in tune with national driver averages, reports Dustin Braden of the Journal of Commerce (JOC ).

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You Should Be Worried. Supply Chains Are Not OK. Let’s Lock Arms To Drive Change

Supply Chain Shaman

Truck drivers report that maintenance issues are a constant nightmare. For example, Ariba does not interoperate with Elemica, GT Nexus does not interoperate with Nulogy, and E2open does not interoperate with 3PL networks. There is not a one-to-one relationship between a container and a purchase order. The reason?

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Logistics Cost Reduction: 6 Focuses to Create More Profit

GlobalTranz

This is the first of a two-part series where I will curate and cull information from my 4 decades of experience in logistics cost reduction at various positions in the supply chain. In this first part, I will focus on 6 places that you can apply to your organization to reduce costs and increase profit. Try a velocity layout.